Overview

Our students take courses such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Dynamic Systems and are trained in Franciscan’s mechanical engineering lab where you can design and build mechanical engineering prototypes while receiving hands-on instruction. You can then apply your knowledge in real-world situations through practical opportunities and internships.

With our Catholic core courses and passionately Catholic university culture, Franciscan University’s mechanical engineering students learn to promote positive change in the industry as well as increasing your scientific, design, and technological skills.

Fusing Engineering, Business, and Catholicism

Mechanical Engineering students at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio master the key technological and scientific skills needed to succeed as professional engineers and in other areas of the workforce.

In the major degree program, you can further expand their knowledge through business or management concentrations. A minor in mechanical engineering is also available to undergraduates in other programs. As a mechanical engineering student at Franciscan, you may also expand your knowledge with graduate study in our Master of Business Administration.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

With an engineering degree through Franciscan University, you’ll learn from faculty who have graduated from some of the nation’s most prestigious universities.

These expert teachers and researchers integrate Catholic faith and reason into all of your classes, helping you discover — and answer — God’s call for your life. They’ll also connect you with research and internships that could lead to top jobs in engineering.

Students in the program also can complete the additional 12-credit-hour management concentration. Training in business will help future mechanical engineers design products that fit clients’ needs and use technology to offer value in the corporate world.
A concentration in management provides valuable skills as you progress in your career as a professional engineer.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

We have a rolling admissions process, and will continue to accept applications as space allows.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

No essay or letters of recommendation are required, and the application only takes about 15 minutes!

Send an official copy of your high school transcript to the Admissions Office. A final official transcript is required of transfers and high school students upon graduating.

In general, we require an applicant’s SAT, ACT, or CLT score and ask that it be forwarded to us whether as part of an applicant’s transcript or straight from the testing agency.

Unless English is the native language of your country, all applicants must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

33500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33500 USD per year during 48 months.
National

33500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33500 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

33500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33500 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Steubenville

952 - 1571 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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